Wildfires persist in France and Spain as political leaders pledge aid and unity

French and Spanish authorities continue fighting unprecedented wildfires across southwestern France and central Spain. In France, French President Emmanuel Macron promised reconstruction efforts as blazes near Bordeaux forced nearly 200,000 people from their homes. Armed forces, civil protection, and European Union resources have been deployed, though officials warned shifting weather conditions could further hamper firefighting efforts.

In Spain, total burned area has surpassed 77,000 hectares. Spanish King Felipe VI called for "união" among political leaders, while Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez cited the impacts of climate change. A new outbreak in Vall d'Uixó prompted 16,000 evacuations. Reporting on total evacuations and confinements in Spain varies slightly between outlets, ranging from nearly 88,000 to 120,000 residents affected across the Madrid, Ávila, and Valencia regions.

Sources: Expresso, RTP (Rádio e Televisão de Portugal)